1995 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2007 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
